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University Park Care Center

945 DESERT FLOWER BLVD, PUEBLO, CO 81001
Score: 67 / 100

University Park Care Center is an average performer in CMS ratings, earning a C grade with a score of 67/100. Located in Pueblo, Colorado, the facility meets baseline standards across most quality metrics.

Staffing at University Park Care Center is near the national average, with 3.70 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent inspections identified 24 deficiencies at University Park Care Center. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 32 / 40 pts
4 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 15 / 25 pts
3 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 12 / 20 pts
3 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.70 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.84 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.53 0.7 Below Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.33 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.36 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.54 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

24
Total Deficiencies
Nov 19, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 24 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0610 Severity D
    Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
    Nov 19, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0686 Severity G
    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    Jun 10, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0880 Severity F
    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    Jun 10, 2024 · Infection Control Deficiencies
  • Tag 0658 Severity E
    Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
    Jun 10, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0881 Severity E
    Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
    Jun 10, 2024 · Infection Control Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 2.6% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 1.3% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 18.1% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 1.6% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 15.1% 14.0% Average
Excessive weight loss 7.4% 7.5% Average
New/worsened incontinence 22.6% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

1 penalty recorded by CMS

Total fines: $22,653

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of C is based on a score of 67 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 4★ → 32 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 3★ → 15 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -5 pts
  • Fine deductions: -2 pts

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Certified Beds
180
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
No
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Jun 10, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
10